Who won Oscar De La Hoya vs Chavez?
Who won Oscar De La Hoya vs Chavez?
Julio César Chávez
Part 6: The end. Julio César Chávez walks away in disappointment after referee Joe Cortez stops his WBC super lightweight title bout against Oscar De La Hoya at Caesars Palace on June 7, 1996. De La Hoya won the bout via doctor’s ruling.
Did Cesar Chavez fight De La Hoya?
They were two of the great smaller weight fighters of the last 30+ years and 25 years ago tonight Hall of Famers Oscar De La Hoya and Julio Cesar Chavez met for the first time in a fight called “Ultimate Glory.”
Where does Julio Cesar Chavez rank all time?
Julio César Chávez was known for his outstanding punching power, devastating body attack, remarkably strong chin and the relentless stalking of his opponents. He ranks #24 on ESPN’s 50 Greatest Boxers Of All Time.
Who is Julio Cesar Chavez wife?
Frida Chávez
Julio César Chávez Jr./Wife
How many times did Oscar De La Hoya beat Julio Cesar Chavez?
The 47-year-old De La Hoya and the 58-year old Chavez have battled twice in the professional ranks. They squared off in June 1996 with De La Hoya pummeling Chavez to win by fourth-round TKO to capture the WBC super lightweight championship.
How many fights did Chavez lose?
6
| Julio César Chávez | |
|---|---|
| Total fights | 115 |
| Wins | 107 |
| Wins by KO | 86 |
| Losses | 6 |
Who is the best boxer ever?
Floyd Mayweather has been crowned the greatest boxer of all time.
- 1 FLOYD MAYWEATHER.
- 2 MANNY PACQUIAO.
- 3 CARLOS MONZON.
- 4 MUHAMMAD ALI.
- 5 SUGAR RAY ROBINSON.
- 6 BERNARD HOPKINS.
- 7 JOE LOUIS.
- 8 ARCHIE MOORE.
What weight class was Julio Cesar Chavez?
Lightweight
WelterweightLight welterweightSuper featherweight
Julio César Chávez/Division
How much kids does Julio Cesar Chavez have?
According to the Herald of Mexico, in June 2021 the two lost in their respective fights and before this, the champion recommended that they retire from the world of boxing. But Julio César Chávez also has two children who are far from the ring.
Who are Julio Cesar Chavez sons?
Julio César Chávez Jr.
Omar ChávezCristian Chávez Carrasco
Julio César Chávez/Sons
Who gave Chavez his first loss?
2: Julio Cesar Chavez: 107-6 From 1980 to 2005, Chavez competed in four different weight divisions winning six world titles. Chavez holds the record for the most total successful title defences with 27 and most title fight victories with 31. His first professional loss came against Frankie Randall in 1994.
Who beat Chavez?
Silva beat Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. at Estadio Jalisco in Guadalajara, Mexico, via split decision in an eight-round fight. The bout was part of the Tribute to the Kings event, which was capped by Julio Cesar Chavez Sr.’s fight with Hector Camacho Jr. “I feel so happy,” Silva said after the win in the ring.
When did Oscar de la Hoya fight Julio Cesar Chavez?
Oscar De La Hoya vs. Julio César Chávez II, billed as “Ultimate Revenge”, was a professional boxing match contested on September 18, 1998 for the WBC and lineal welterweight championships. De La Hoya and Chavez had previously fought each other over two years earlier on June 7, 1996 for Chavez’s WBC super lightweight title.
How many times did Oscar de la Hoya defend his title?
De La Hoya would defeat Whitaker to capture the title and then go on to successfully defend it three times before a rematch with Chavez was announced in April 1998.
How did Oscar de la Hoya win the Golden Gloves?
De La Hoya won the national Junior Olympics 119-pound title at age 15, After he lost a tournament in Whittier to Leon Hernandez from Santa Monica he won the 125-pound title the following year. In 1989, he became the Golden Gloves champion. His amateur career included 234 wins — 163 by knockout, and six losses.
What were the odds of Chavez vs de la Hoya?
Despite his vast experience advantage over De La Hoya (who had only partaken in 21 pro fights up to that point) and his status as champion, the aging Chavez was initially installed as a 3–1 underdog before odds were dropped to 2–1 by the time of the fight.